Senior Engineer, Apparatus

Senior Engineer, Apparatus

Permanent | Full Time

Posted Apr 28, 2026

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Job overview

Organization

EUI, Electricity Operations, Transmission

JobID

16348

Location

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Closing Date

May 12, 2026

Position Title

Sr Engineer, Apparatus

Weekly Hours of Work

40

Business Unit

Electricity Operations

About us

Department Description

Electricity Operations is responsible for the electrical transmission and distribution systems in and around Edmonton. We are focused on safety, reliability, and innovative and practical solutions. Our employees look after electrical infrastructure as well as the underground and aerial distribution networks. If you're looking for new opportunities, people who care and work that matters, today at epcor.com/careers.

Highlights of the job

We are hiring a full-time, permanent Senior Engineer, Apparatus position working out of Edmonton, AB.

EPCOR is seeking an experienced Senior Apparatus Engineer to join our Transmission Engineering team. In this role, you will lead complex, multidiscipline engineering projects for highvoltage substations (72 kV to 500 kV), advance technical standards, and provide expertise that strengthens the reliability and performance of EPCOR's transmission system.

What you'd be responsible for

Lead major, multidiscipline substation apparatus engineering projects, managing engineering resources, schedules, and deliverables

Perform and authenticate apparatus engineering designs, ensuring compliance with EPCOR standards, APEGA guidelines, and industry codes

Support construction and commissioning activities, including developing scopes of work and reviewing inspection and test plans

Drive technical change initiatives by developing and maintaining engineering standards, philosophies, templates, specifications and risk mitigation

Review and provide recommendations on internal and external design packages, studies, reports, and asbuilt documentation

Represent EPCOR as a technical expert in external committees (IEEE, CEATI, IEC, AESO, AUC) and internal crossfunctional groups

Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to engineers, technologists, EITs, and students

Conduct and review technical studies (e.g., grounding, insulation coordination, EMI, lightning, noise) to inform design decisions

Contribute to departmental planning, budgeting needs (tools, software, training), and alignment with Transmission Engineering strategies

What's required to be successful

Degree in Electrical Engineering, registered or eligible to be registered with APEGA

8-10 years of design experience in apparatus engineering

5+ years of experience performing active, on-site field support for construction projects

Knowledge and experience with High Voltage Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) will be considered an asset.

Knowledge of City of Edmonton codes and standards

Knowledge of all industry apparatus standards (AEUC, IEEE, AESO, etc.)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Electric Office or other GIS systems, IVARA, P6 and/or other work management tools, such as MS Project

Strong diagnostic skills required to manage complex technical problems and develop innovative solutions

Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and manage budgets

Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills to advise, mentor, and influence internal and external stakeholders

Excellent communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: PROF

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

Internal Applicants please ensure that you are using your @epcor.com email address.

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Please note the following information:

A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.

A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.

To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.